The Philadelphia 76ers visit the Chicago Bulls Tuesday night at the United Center, with tipoff set for 8:10 p.m. ET. We’re coming off our first loss after that incredible 6-game winning streak, and now we’re slight favorites at home against a 76ers team that’s been covering spreads consistently.
Game Information
Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Tipoff: 8:10 p.m. ET / 7:10 p.m. CT
Location: United Center, Chicago
League: NBA
Betting Lines and Odds
Moneyline:
76ers: +104 (slight underdogs)
Bulls: -119 (slight favorites)
Spread:
76ers: +1.5 (-106)
Bulls: -1.5 (-108)
Total: 239.5 points (Over -108 / Under -108)
Bulls Looking to Rebound
Chicago enters this matchup with a 7-3 record in the last 10 games, though our magical 6-game winning streak ended in our last game. We’re still 7-3 against the spread, but that 1-game ATS losing streak stings after six straight covers.
Bulls games have been high-scoring affairs, going over 7 times and under just 3 times in the last 10, with 4 straight overs. We’re consistently involved in shootouts, and this total of 239.5 reflects that tendency.
76ers Playing Solid Basketball
Philadelphia sits at 6-4 in their last 10 games, entering on a 1-game winning streak. More impressively for bettors, they’re 6-4 ATS with a 4-game ATS winning streak – they’re covering spreads even when not always winning outright.
76ers games have been overs festivals, hitting over 8 times and under just twice in their last 10. Their most recent game went over, continuing that trend.
Why This Line Is Almost a Pick ‘Em
The 1.5-point spread tells you everything – the market views this as essentially even. We get slight favorite status because of home court, but Philadelphia’s 4-game ATS winning streak has earned them respect.
Bounce Back Spot
That loss ending our 6-game streak could go two ways: either we come out flat and demoralized, or we respond with focused intensity. Based on this team’s character, I’m betting on the latter.
Home Court Matters
The United Center crowd will be ready to push us back into the win column. After watching that winning streak end, they’ll bring extra energy Tuesday night.
76ers’ Consistency
Philadelphia’s 4-game ATS winning streak shows they’re playing competitive basketball. They’re 6-4 straight up, meaning they’re winning more than losing. This isn’t a gimme game.
Joel Embiid Factor
If Embiid plays (and he’s healthy), the 76ers become significantly more dangerous. He can dominate games single-handedly and create matchup nightmares. If he’s out or limited, this line shifts heavily in our favor.
Monitor the injury report closely – Embiid’s status could be worth 3-4 points in the spread.
Over/Under Analysis
239.5 points is a high total, but both teams’ recent trends support it:
76ers have hit over 8 of 10 times
Bulls have hit over 7 of 10 times (4 straight)
Both teams play at faster pace
Neither defense has been lockdown lately
This projects as a shootout where both offenses find success. The over feels like the smart play.
Betting Analysis
The Spread
Bulls -1.5 is essentially betting we win by 2+ points at home. Given our recent form (7-3 overall) and home court advantage, this feels reasonable despite the 76ers’ ATS streak.
The Moneyline
Bulls -119 offers fair value. We’re slight favorites at home, and after that loss, we should be motivated to get back in the win column.
The Total
Over 239.5 aligns perfectly with both teams’ trends. With 4 straight overs for us and 8 of 10 for Philly, this total seems beatable.
Bulls’ Keys to Victory
For us to get back in the win column and cover the 1.5-point spread, we need:
Respond to adversity – Show that loss was a blip, not a trend
Defend without fouling – Can’t send Embiid to the line 15 times
Push pace – Play to our tempo and create transition opportunities
Home court energy – Feed off the United Center crowd
Bulls Fan Perspective
This is a classic “statement game after a loss” scenario. Do we respond with intensity and focus, or do we let that loss linger and affect our confidence?
I trust this team to bounce back. The 6-game winning streak proved we have character and resilience. One loss doesn’t erase that growth.
The 1.5-point spread feels tight, but that’s appropriate given Philadelphia’s recent form. This should be a competitive, back-and-forth game that comes down to execution in the final minutes.
Being at home matters. The United Center will be rocking Tuesday night, ready to will us back into the win column.
Game Prediction
Projected Score: Bulls 124, 76ers 120
We bounce back with a home victory, covering the 1.5-point spread in a high-scoring affair. Both teams hit shots and the game goes over the total, but our home court advantage proves decisive down the stretch.
Best Bets:
Bulls -1.5 (solid play) – Bounce back at home
Bulls ML -119 (fair value) – Should win outright
Over 239.5 (most confident) – Both teams will score
For Bulls fans, this represents a character test. Respond to that loss with focused intensity, protect home court, and prove the 6-game winning streak wasn’t a fluke.
Tuesday night at the United Center – let’s get back in the win column.
See Red! Let´s go Bulls!!
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